15 Days Vientiane Cycle To Luangprabang Loop Tour

Biking from Vientiane to Luang Prabang is a fantastic way to experience the beautiful landscapes and culture of Laos, The most direct route, which is paved and offers a mix of scenery.Consider detours to explore smaller villages and natural sites, though these may involve unpaved roads. This biking adventure promises beautiful views, cultural experiences, and a sense of accomplishment upon reaching Luang Prabang!

Tour Itinerary
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Day 1: Arrival Vientiane

Arrival Vientiane capital, meet Laos guide at the airport and transfer to hotel, after check in hotel free to explore the town on your own

Meals:
Accommodation: Lao Orchid hotel or similar

Vientiane has been the capital of Laos since 1560, when the country was divided into three kingdoms, then lost its independence after the Siamese (Thai) invasion in late 18th century. Vientiane remained empty until the end of the 19th century. It began to be resettled again little by little.

Day 2: Vientiane, city tour

After breakfast, discover a small capital city of Laos, it is the 2^nd biggest city in Laos but much smaller than the other small cities in Thailand, we visit Phakeo temple (emerald Buddha temple) That luang stupa the oldest and biggest stupa in the country. After wards we ride out of town to visit Buddha Park, also known as Xieng Khuan (as well as other variations of the spelling), is a sculpture park located 25 km southeast from Vientiane, Laos in a meadow by the Mekong River. Although it is not a temple (Wat), the park may be referred to as Wat Xieng Khuan, since it contains numerous religious images.The park contains over 200 Hindu and Buddhist statues.

After riding back to town visit other sites by your preference such as COPE (unexploded ordnance information center)

Meals: B, L
Accommodation: Lao Orchid hotel or similar

Day 3: Vientiane – Thalat

We transfer from your hotel in Vientiane capital head north to Tha Ngon for 25 km to start riding. The ride today is all fairly flat, we ride through the villages and rice fields, we stop for lunch at the small shop at the village along the way when we fill hungry. There are few short climbs before we reach our destination at Tha Lat. Tha Lat is one district of Vientiane province, no tourist stay overnight in this town except tourist traveling on bicycle, this town is known as Nam Ngum dam, the first dam in Laos operated hydro power for most of the country and also export to Thailand.

Altitude: Vientiane = 180 m. Thalat = 190 m.

Distance: 93 km

Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation: guesthouse

Day 4: Thalat - Vang Vieng

We have an early start this morning along mostly flat roads. Towards the end of the morning, we reach the fishing village of Tha Heauna where all manner of salty fish is on sale by the road. We will have lunch here – sampling the local produce – before cycling on to arrive by early afternoon in Vang Vieng, where we stay the night.

Cycling distance: 110km

Accommodation: Vansana hotel or similar

Day 5: Vang Vieng Free Day

Today is your free day, we recommend discovering a small town by riding out of town cross Namsong River.visit cave through the beauty of nature surrounding by the stunning limestone mountains, villages and swim at lagoon, in the afternoon kayaking on Namsong River

Meal: B

Accommodation: Vansana hotel or similar

Day 6: Vang Vieng to Kasi
Today is short day, we can leave Vangvieng not early. We begin the day by cycling a route with short hills on either side. We cycle on main road from north to capital of Laos some days the traffic would be busy on this road. It is possible to leave late and have lunch at local restaurant at Phahom where local people come for pic nick lunch, the restaurants are under two high cliffs, it is very good atmosphere. After lunch we cycle the rest to our destination of Kasi where we stay overnight.

Cycling distance: 55 km

Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation: Somchit GH or similar

Day 7: Kasi to LuangPrabang
We will have an early start in preparation for the hardest day of the trip, after breakfast at local restaurant prepared by our guide; we ride from guesthouse the cycling begins with a fairly gentle 10k ride as the scent of jasmine and lotus blossoms drifts through the clear air from the rich jungle flora. This is followed by a massive 9 km ascent know by local people as Phoukaolak (9 km mountain) as we climb to the highest point on this road, when you go to the top that is the view point stop we will stop here for a well-deserved lunch and coffee at café shop. This afternoon we cycle a further 56 km steep up and down hills through dramatic scenes of craggy limestone peaks. Optional transfer last 20 km to town

Distance: 124 km

Meal: B, L

Accommodation: Sokdee residence or similar

Day 8: LuangPrabang, waterfall

After breakfast, we cycle to Kuangsi waterfall, on the way visit villages, see the local people work in the rice fields and local activities. After 30 km riding enjoy swimming at the waterfall then we have lunch at the local restaurant. After swimming and lunch we cycle back to town.

Luangprabang is the oldest city in Laos, and before the 16^th century it was the capital city of the land of million elephants (Laos). The town is a beautifully preserved and in 1995 it was added to UNESCO`s World heritage list.

Distance: 30 km (1 way)

Meals: B, L

Accommodation: Sokdee residence

Day 9: LuangPrabang free day

Today is your free day, you can relax or discover the world heritage town on main street, visit former royal palace, Xaingthong temple and other sites in town or join other activities such as elephant riding, cooking, boat to Buddha cave on Mekong or sun set boat cruise

Meals: B

Accommodation: Sokdee residence

Day 10: LuangPrabang – Sayaboury

After breakfast transfer by van from hotel for 22 km on road No. 13^th north start cycle at the junction we cycle west on direction to Thailand, we cycle through Lao and Kmu tribes villages we stop for snacks and water every 2 hours or 30 km, lunch will be prepared by our guide by the road under the shade of the tree. After 90 km we cross the Mekong River by bridge and keep riding the rest 25 km to non-touristic province of Sayaboury where we overnight.

Sayaboury was a province of Siam (Thailand) colony from 1779, in 1904, the area of the province was ceded from Siam (Thailand) to the French Indochina colony. It is the only Laotian province that is completely to the west of the Mekong River, the province is quite mountainous. It has the largest concentration of elephants in Laos; it is home to Laos’ majority of domesticated Asian elephants. Approximately 75% of the nation's 560 domesticated elephants work in Sayaboury. Their main work duties are within the logging industry, which causes a loss in both wild and domestic elephant habitat.The area is little patrolled, which makes the enforcement of conservation measures difficult. It is also home to the annual Elephant Festival. The province is rich in timbers and is considered the rice basket of northern Laos.

Distance: 115 km

Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation: Outhoumphone hotel or similar

Day 11: Sayaboury – Nam Pui

Today is short day, after breakfast we cycle to Nam tian lake before heading west on direction to Thai border to a small town of Phiang district, lunch will be prepared by our guide at the hut by the road or under the tree when you are hungry, we stay overnight at the guesthouse in non-touristic town.

Distance: 56 km

Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Day 12: Nam Pui – Paklay

Breakfast at local restaurant prepare by our guide, we ride from hotel head west on direction to Thailand, we pass local villages and beautiful rice fields, the main crop in this area are sticky rice that is the main food of local people and cassava for export to Thailand. We stop for lunch at local restaurant after lunch keep riding as long as you can to our destination of Paklay, it is one district of Sayaboury province of locate by Mekong River on right side (Thai side)

Distance: 100 km

Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation: Anousone guesthouse or similar

Day 13: Paklay – Muang Meun

We have breakfast at the restaurant by Mekong River prepare by our guide, after breakfast we ride out of town and cross Mekong River by bridge to the left side on paved road, we stop for lunch under the tree or rice field of local farmer. After 60 km riding on main road we turn left on unpaved road and quiet but good for riding, we ride for 30 km to a small town of Muang Meuan where we overnight.

Distance: 93 km

Meal: B, L, D

Accommodation: Guesthouse

Day 14: Muang Meuan – Hinherb – Vientiane

After breakfast at the guesthouse prepare by our guide, we ride from guesthouse passing rice fields, farms, hill tribe villages and beautiful scenery, we stop for lunch at Muang fueang, after lunch keep riding to the junction where the road meets main road No. 13^th north. We finish riding and load our bikes on the van transfer the rest to Vientiane.

Distance: 160 km (cycle = 80 km, transfer = 80 km )

Meal: B, L

Accommodation: Lao Orchid hotel or similar

Day 15: departure

Transfer to the airport for your departure

Meal: B

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Departure date : Join in group departure on 7th Monthly

Private departure : Around the year

Group size: From 2 to 16 pax

Tour cost: Contact Us

E- bikes : Inquiry

Tour Cost Includes:

MTB Bikes for complete Tour and helmet ( E-bikes inquiry )
Accommodation in tour - 14 nights
All Meals B = Breakfast , L = Lunch , D = Dinner
Lunch in Midway restaurant/City Restaurant or Pack Lunch
Mechanic throughout the tour based group
Boat trip, local ferry in tour
Back up AC vehicle for the complete tour ( Bus, + Truck for the group )
English speaking Local Guide - Cum biking guide
Fresh Fruits/Snacks (Only Cycling Part)
Unlimited filter water during cycling (Only Cycling Part)
All road and transport taxes
Driver Allowance
Toll and Parking charges

Tour Cost Excludes:

International flight tickets, visa
Other personal expenses
Tips and Gratitude
Travel insurance
Any Hard and Soft Drinks with meals

Travel Information

Bikes: Trek MTB Bikes ( E-bikes available )

Bike Hire: Includes on Tour Cost. You may bring your bikes, but in this case, let us know in advance. Other equipment provided: Pedals, helmet, water bottles.

Accommodation

Accommodation is offered at all locations. Most of the hotels are Culture Resort, Home-stay, guesthouse, Eco Resorts & family-run hotels - all with a common line of quality in service. Our costs are based on a 'twin-sharing' foundation. For those who want a single room, we offer a single room, but at an extra cost.

Terrain

The landscape is a mountain, biking through the village streets, fields, fruits garden, local ferry, and monkey bridges

Climate

The annual monsoon cycles that affect all of mainland Southeast Asia produce a ‘dry and wet monsoon climate’ with three basic seasons for most of Laos. The southwest monsoon arrives in Laos between May and July and lasts into November.
The monsoon is followed by a dry period (from November to May), beginning with lower relative temperatures and cool breezes created by Asia’s northeast monsoon (which bypasses most of Laos), lasting until mid-February. Exceptions to this general pattern include Xieng Khuang, Hua Phan, and Phongsali Provinces, which may receive rainfall coming from Vietnam and China during April and May.
Rainfall varies substantially according to latitude and altitude, with the highlands of Vientiane, Bolikhamsai, Khammuan, and eastern Champasak Provinces receiving the most.
Temperatures also vary according to altitude. In the humid, low-lying Mekong River valley, temperatures range from 15°C to 38°C, while in the mountains of Xieng Khuang can drop to 0°C at night.
When to go
The best time for visiting most of Laos is between November and February when it rains the least and is not too hot. It’s also Laos’s main season for both national and regional bun (festivals).
If you plan to focus on the mountainous northern provinces, the hot season (from March to May) and the early rainy season (around June) are not bad either, as temperatures are moderate at higher elevations. Southern Laos, on the other hand, is best avoided from March to May, when daytime temperatures break into the 40s and nights aren’t much cooler.
The rainy season is not as bad as you might think. While it will rain – very heavily – the downpours are often fairly brief and can be bracketed by long periods of sunshine. The rains also clear dust from the skies and land, making everything clearer and brighter. Of course, there are downsides; unsealed roads can become quagmires, and extensive travel in remote areas like Salavan, Phongsali, and Sainyabuli might be impossible. River travel can be a good alternative during these months. If you intend to travel extensively by river, November is the best; flooding has usually subsided yet river levels are still high enough for maximum navigability. Between January and June, low water can make navigating some rivers difficult.
December to February and August are the peak tourist times. January, in particular, is very busy and booking ahead is advisable.

Transportation/Support Vehicles

All transport is involved in the cost. We provide a backup vehicle at all times during cycling trips. The vehicle can be used to boat your baggage & yourself as required.

Food

Food is a very essential part of these trips. We make sure that the meals we offer are method delicious unless you ask for dull meals. You are also permitted the choice of veggie or non-vegetarian meals. We suggest that you consume only the canned standard water. Please make sure that the container is enclosed.

What to bring

Footwear
Bike shoes
Helmet
Pedal
Water Bottle
Sun cream lotion
Relaxed shoes for walking
Shoes for other sightseeing
Socks

Clothing

In Laos, the conventional outfit is more traditional. We counsel you to prevent very short shorts/skirts and limited tops/tanktops when viewing small non-urban places, pagodas, temples, mosques, or other sacred sites as this may limit your access.
Water-resistant jacket.
Riding bike equipment like safety gloves and shorts.

Others

Torch
Mosquito repellent
Eyewear, cap
Sun lotion of SPF of at least 35
Individual Bike riding equipment like bar finishes, pedals, chairs, and headgear
Helmets for riding a bike

Health

Malaria is an avoidable disease that can create trouble if neglected. One can prevent disease by taking recommended anti-malarial drugs and defending against insect attacks. The areas you will be passing are Malaria-free. Make sure that your insurance provider includes illnesses and injuries overseas.

Precautions

Bring all the important medications and OTC medications. Do not ignore to have the brands as well as the general titles of the medications one needs to have.
Use a sun hat when revealed.
Consume a lot of liquids. Don't drink tap water. Use only bottled water which is always kept in the back of your automobile.
Bring your medical kit and pest resilience.
To avoid fungus and parasitic attacks, keep legs clean and dry, and do not go without shoes.
Do not eat food bought from road providers.
Do not drink drinks with ice.
Do not eat milk products unless it is known that they have been pasteurized.
Prevent managing creatures (especially apes, pets, and cats) to avoid attacks and serious illnesses.

Medical Information Update

Details given above are liable to change now and then and one should contact the Native Lao tasks of the specific country or the government vacationer offices for more details.

Shopping

You will get possibilities en route to do a bit of purchasing. However unless particularly requested, our guide will not suggest any particular store. Neither we nor our driver/guides take any percentage on purchasing.

Spending Money

Every visitor will have different cash specifications and varying personal costs. Please assess your spending routines while enabling for beverages, purchasing, and falling. Also keep aside cash for extra costs like: